2005 BMW 520 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 520 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 340 mm |
