2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 BMW 530. 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 (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | S-Type | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |