2003 BMW 645 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 BMW 645. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 645 | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 604 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |