1990 BMW 518 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 518 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3157 mm |
