1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 BMW 525

To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 20 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 3 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.

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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS. 2012 BMW 525 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. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Jaguar XJS 2012 BMW 525
Make Jaguar BMW
Model XJS 525
Year Released 1992 2012
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3978 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 377 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3650 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4907 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 70 L


 

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