1987 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 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 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | XJ |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |