2008 BMW 630 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 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, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
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 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 630 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 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 | 1760 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
