2008 BMW 550 vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (226 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3590 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
