2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 133 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
