2001 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR

To start off, both 2001 BMW M3 and 2001 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 BMW M3. 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 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3. 2001 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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