1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Jaguar XJS | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 335 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |