2009 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
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 XJR (476 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |
