2004 BMW 545 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 BMW 545. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 545 | XJR |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 89 L |