2009 BMW 650 vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (238 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 650 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |