1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
Model | Avanti | XJ |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2880 mm |