1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 14 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 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 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 335 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
