1979 BMW 728 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 491 kg more than 1979 BMW 728. 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 (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 728 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 728 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:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 728 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 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 | 181 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1470 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
