1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 123 |
Year Released | 1985 | 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 | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |