1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 239 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 967 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XJS | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |
