1996 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740.
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 XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 740. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 740 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 740 | XJR |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 554 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |