1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Jaguar XJS | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
Model | XJS | AIV |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 59 L |