2007 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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 XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 530 | XJS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |