1977 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 BMW 320. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 320.
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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 81 L |
