1992 BMW 518 vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 574 kg more than 1992 BMW 518. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 518 | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 518 | XJS |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |