1978 BMW M1 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 416 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M1 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
