2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
| Model | XK8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
