1992 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 16 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 84 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 545 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| 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 | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 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 | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
