1998 BMW 729 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729.
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 BMW 729 (410 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 729 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2590 mm |
