2007 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 355 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |
