1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 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 59 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | Z4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78.8 mm |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |