1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 BMW 5.8.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 5.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (450 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 5.8 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2909 mm |
