2009 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3590 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
