2008 BMW 645 vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 BMW 645.
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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar XJ. 1972 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 645 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
