2001 BMW 740 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 148 kg more than 2001 BMW 740.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740. 2001 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1989 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1989 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 740 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
