2004 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 316 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 316 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |