1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJS | X5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
