1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 320 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |