1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJS | X5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
