1992 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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 (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 520 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
