1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
