1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
