2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 330.
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, 2004 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 330. (540 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
