1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2006 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 335.
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 XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 335. 2006 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ220 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1380 mm |
