1984 BMW M6 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 9 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M6 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 340 mm |
