1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 23 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | XJ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
