1976 BMW 630 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 259 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1976 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 1976 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 630 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
