2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK. 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 640 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |