1977 BMW 528 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 16 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 314 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 528 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1730 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 | 90 L |
