1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 411 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJS | 318 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
