1998 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | XJS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |