2007 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 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 M3 | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
