2008 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M6 | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 541 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |