1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z8. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
