2009 BMW X5 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
