2009 BMW 730 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
