1993 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJ | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | 325 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |