1993 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
