2006 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1984 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
