1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 27 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 3 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Jaguar XJS 2008 Jaguar XK
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XJS XK
Year Released 1981 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5344 cc 4194 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 299 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 240 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 6.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1707 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 71 L


 

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