2007 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 434 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2001 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 120 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| 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 | 148 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
