1987 BMW 750 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 72 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | XJS |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 82 L |