1996 BMW 332 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 BMW 332. (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 BMW 332. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 332 | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2752 mm |
