1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
