1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1986 Jaguar XJ6 has manual transmission. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ6 | 640 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2918 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2855 mm |