2008 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | XK |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |