1994 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 116 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
