1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 21 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 BMW 520. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ6 | 520 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |