1998 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 740 | XJ |
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 | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5248 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |