1998 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | XJS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |