1976 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 628 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
