1996 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 BMW 840. 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 840 | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |