2005 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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 XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
