2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ6 | 123 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |
