2006 BMW 316 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 316 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
