2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 417 kg more than 2009 BMW M3. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
