2006 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR

To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.

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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 1998 Jaguar XJR
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 530 XJR
Year Released 2006 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 370 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 87 L


 

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