1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS 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 131 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
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 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | Quantum |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |