1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 698 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Z3 | XF |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |