2006 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 209 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 89 L |
