2005 BMW X5 vs. 1984 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1984 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
