2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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 XK8 (542 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | 530 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |