1996 BMW 540 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 540 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 293 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |