1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ6 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
