2009 BMW 130 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
