1986 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1986 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 1986 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJS | A8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2992 mm |
