2001 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3170 mm |
