2005 BMW 748 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 BMW 748. (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 748. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 748 | XJ220 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |