2008 BMW 118 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 118 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 81 L |
