1977 BMW 528 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 214 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 528 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
