1998 BMW 323 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 BMW 323. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 323 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
