2007 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK | 1995 BMW 730 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |