1987 BMW 324 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 372 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 324 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
