2009 BMW 635 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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 635 (580 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 635 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
