2004 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
