2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 12 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 152 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 XK8 (542 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |