1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 22 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 550 (609 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJR | 550 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3979 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 609 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |