2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125.
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 XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJR | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJR | 125 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 554 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |