1994 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
