1998 BMW 316 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 635 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 316 | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1020 mm |
