1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 12 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z9 | XF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2908 mm |
