2003 BMW 545 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 545 | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 615 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |