1995 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 418 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3157 mm |
