1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJS | Europa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
