1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. 2011 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJR-15 | 335 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |