2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
