1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730. 1996 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 730 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3978 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
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 | 1730 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |