1992 BMW 518 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 724 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 518 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 518 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3032 mm |
