1994 BMW 854 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 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1994 BMW 854. (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 854. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 90 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 2007 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 854 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 687 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |