2008 BMW 540 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2008 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 540 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4196 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 294 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
