2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XK8 and 2002 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |