1977 BMW 528 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 364 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 528 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
