1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 23 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | XKR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 71 L |
