1993 BMW 856 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 BMW 856. (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 856. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 856 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 856 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 856 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
