2008 BMW 760 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS. 2008 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 760 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
