1998 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 1998 BMW 318 and 1998 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 318 | XK |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1893 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 615 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |