1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | Diplomat | XJS |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |