1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1984 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 970 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJS | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XJS | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 39 L |
