1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2006 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 BMW 316. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2006 BMW 316 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | 316 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |