2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |