1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1983 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 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 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Jaguar XJS | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | X5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2933 mm |