1999 BMW 740 vs. 1987 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1987 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1987 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 740 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
