2007 BMW 323 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 323 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
