2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2752 mm |
