1998 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 429 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 1992 Jaguar XJR 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. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1824 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 89 L |
