2003 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
