2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (320 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
