2009 BMW 118 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 118 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
