1995 BMW S3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 17 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. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 BMW S3. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | S3 | XF |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2908 mm |
