1989 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 135 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |
