2009 BMW 335 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
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 XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 335 | XJS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |