2009 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8

To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 220 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 Jaguar XK8
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 130 XK8
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
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 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 71 L