1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1995 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1995 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jaguar XJS | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJS | 125 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
