1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 22 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 67 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJS | 120 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
