1993 BMW M5 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJR. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 27 kg more than 1993 BMW M5.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M5 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |
