1995 BMW S3 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. Both 1995 BMW S3 and 2006 Jaguar S-Type are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (246 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | S3 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
