2007 BMW 335 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 335 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
