1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Caprice | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
