2007 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2007 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 294 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
