2005 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
