2001 BMW 750 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
