1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3.
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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJS | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJS | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
