1977 BMW 528 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 204 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 528 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
