1999 BMW 529 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529.
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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 529 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 529 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 529 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
