2000 BMW 323 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 323 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
