1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. 2011 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1999 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 1999 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | 528 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
