1987 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
