1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 190 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar XK | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 530 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |