2008 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
