2007 BMW 118 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 118 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
