1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M 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 X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 635 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.
Because 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M 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 X5 M | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJR | X5 M |
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 | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1764 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 85 L |