2009 BMW 530 vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 1981 Jaguar XJS
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 530 XJS
Year Released 2009 1981
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 5344 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 215 HP 299 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 431 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Top Speed 244 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 7.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1707 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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