2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
