2003 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
