2008 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
