1998 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2752 mm |
