2001 BMW M vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
