1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ220 | 730 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2940 mm |