1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 19 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJS | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
