1998 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XF.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 740 | XF |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |