2008 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 330 and 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE are equipped with a 2,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2909 mm |
