1986 BMW 735 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 735 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
