1979 BMW 633 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 633 | XJS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |