1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 28 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 475 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJS | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
