1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
Model | Avanti | XJS |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |