2001 BMW M vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 BMW M 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
