1983 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 615 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
