1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jaguar XJ. 1973 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
