2007 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 335 | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |