2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 BMW Z8.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z8. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJR | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
