1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJR. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJR | 550 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
