2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 7 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z9 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3170 mm |
