1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 28 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 74 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Jaguar XJS | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 118 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |