2009 BMW 550 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1988 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 550 | XJS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5343 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |