2005 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 132 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.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
