1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 3.3 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 81 L |
