1994 BMW 735 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 1 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 101 more horse power than 1994 BMW 735. (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 735. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 735. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 735 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 735 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
