1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 22 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 (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 118 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 350 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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |