2001 BMW M vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M | XJS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
