1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 22 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
