2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (226 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
