1995 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1995 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 BMW 525. 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 Jaguar XK (680 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 525. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 525. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | XK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
