2008 BMW 525 vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
