1994 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 144 kg more than 1994 BMW 730. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 89 L |
