2005 BMW 740 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 740 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |