1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 32 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 38 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti JX. (261 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti JX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 302 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX will offer significantly more control. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti JX. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti JX.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
Model | XJS | JX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4989 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1722 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2901 mm |