1992 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 540 | XK |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 71 L |