1996 BMW M3 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
