2006 BMW 760 vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington

To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.

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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 760 1990 Jaguar Kensington
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 760 Kensington
Year Released 2006 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 5344 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 433 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 12.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2870 mm


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]