1992 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 28 kg more than 1992 BMW M3.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
