1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XJS | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4250 mm |
