2001 BMW 735 vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Jaguar XJ. 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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 735 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
