1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 6 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 332 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 316 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
