2005 BMW 740 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 740 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
