1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 15 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Jaguar XK. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jaguar XK | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 740 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |