1978 BMW 628 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 628 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
