2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK. (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | M6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |