2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | S-Type | M6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2781 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |