1990 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 2011 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 128.
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 XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJR-11 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1412 mm |
