1985 BMW 628 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 BMW 628. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 628 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 628 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |