1976 BMW 630 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 181 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 630 | XJS |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |