1984 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW M6 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:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M6 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
