2008 BMW 120 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 120 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
