1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 26 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJS | TT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
