2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 262 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z3 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
