1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
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 XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |
