1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 12 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 142 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | 320 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |