1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XJS | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
