1977 BMW 732 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 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 BMW 732. 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 732 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
