1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 525 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |