1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 22 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 18 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ6 | 320 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |