2009 BMW 550 vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
