1977 BMW 528 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 464 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 528 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3157 mm |
