2007 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, both 2007 BMW 328 and 2007 Jaguar XJ8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 328 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
