1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 13 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 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 123 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
