2009 BMW 335 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 335 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |