2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 357 kg more than 2001 BMW Z8. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z8. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XJ | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1942 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3033 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |
