1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 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 65 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Z8 | XJ |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |