2006 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | XJS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |