2006 BMW 545 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 545 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
