1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z9 | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3040 mm |
