2012 BMW 640 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 640 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 640 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4894 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1894 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |