1999 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 332 kg more than 1999 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 320 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
