2009 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (394 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | Vanden Plas |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 394 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |