1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11

To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS.

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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Jaguar XJS 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XJS XJR-11
Year Released 1988 1989
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3590 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 225 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 801 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 1 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1020 mm


 

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