1984 BMW M6 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 10 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), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 247 kg more than 1984 BMW M6. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M6 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
