1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 28 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 394 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
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1985 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Audi |
Model | XJS | A8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 445 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3122 mm |