2006 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
