1992 BMW 332 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 332 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
