1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 23 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1989 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1989 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Jaguar XJS | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 528 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |