1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJR. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1994 Jaguar XJR. 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 XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJR | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJR | M3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |