2008 BMW 540 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 540 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 445 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 615 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
