2009 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
