2002 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
