1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 38 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2909 mm |
