1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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 325 (400 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJR | 325 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3979 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |