2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJR would be higher. 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 135 more horse power than 2008 BMW 630. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 BMW 630. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJR | 630 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
