2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |