1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.

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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1975 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1975 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Jaguar XJS 2005 Jaguar XJ
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XJS XJ
Year Released 1975 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5342 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 525 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 84 L


 

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