1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK. 1997 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z8 | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
