1988 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2007 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | XK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
