1992 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 540 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
