1998 BMW M vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW M has manual transmission. 1998 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M | XJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |
