2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKA would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKA | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XKA | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 466 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 843 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1385 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
