1992 BMW 520 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1992 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 520 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |