1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 BMW 520. 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 2005 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 520 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
