1981 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 545 kg more than 1981 BMW 528. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 528 | XF |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
