1995 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 71 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
