2007 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
