1996 Jaguar XK8 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 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 26 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | 335 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 291 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |