1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ6 | 330 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |