2008 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW M3. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
