1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 3.3 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |
