1983 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 744 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 316 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
