1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 15 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | M3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
