1992 BMW 540 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 150 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 540 | XK |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |