2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8. 2005 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z9 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z9 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
