2008 BMW 116 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 18 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 116 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
