1992 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 BMW 850. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 850 | XF |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
