2004 BMW 120 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 120 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1385 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 |
