1973 BMW Touring vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Touring | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |