1992 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 514 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 520 | XF |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
