2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 BMW 135. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 135. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | 135 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
