1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 1996 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1975 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1975 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Jaguar XJS | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 735 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |