2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
