2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z3 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |
