1981 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 258 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 745 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
