1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 2004 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
