1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 16 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 750 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4400 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 | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |