1992 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 90 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 850 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3157 mm |
