1989 BMW 850 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1989 BMW 850. 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 850 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
