2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
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 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ8 | 335 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |