2005 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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 121 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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 @ 3050 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
