2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 28 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 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 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
