1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 118 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |