1992 BMW 545 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1992 BMW 545. 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 545 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
