2006 BMW 116 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 116 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
