2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
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 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW M3. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | M3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
