2006 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 18 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
