1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
