2006 BMW 645 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 100 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 627 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 645. (450 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 645. 2006 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 645 | XJ220 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 354 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |