1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJS | 335 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |