2007 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1020 mm |
