1983 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 27 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 855 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 316 | XF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
