2009 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (238 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
