1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
Model | Sprite | XJS |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 82 L |