1996 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 735 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
