1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 20 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2010 BMW 650 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ6 | 650 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2779 mm |