2007 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 207 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
