1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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 261 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
