1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJR | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJR | M6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |