1980 BMW 725 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 725.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 725 | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 725 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |