2005 BMW 748 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 BMW 748. (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 748. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 748 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |