2006 BMW 630 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 630 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
