1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
