1990 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 564 kg more than 1990 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
