2004 BMW 116 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 BMW 116. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 116 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
