1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 43 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
