2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | 740 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 82 L |