2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 72 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
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 @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | S-Type | 135 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 53 L |