2007 BMW 745 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 BMW 745. (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 745 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 745 | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 615 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1140 mm |