1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
Model | Avanti | XJ |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5123 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3033 mm |