1987 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
