1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 19 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 360 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ220 | 320 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1429 mm |