2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (392 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XKR | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XKR | 535 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 392 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |