2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 210 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.
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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | S-Type | 640 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1365 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |