1977 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 419 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 528 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
