2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, both 2007 BMW Convertible and 2007 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW Convertible 2007 Jaguar S-Type
Make BMW Jaguar
Model Convertible S-Type
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4797 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.8 seconds 9.9 seconds
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 2070 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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