1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 885 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 2000 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
