1994 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 740 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
