1995 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 9 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M5 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |