2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 479 kg more than 2002 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 2002 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
