1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 21 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | 350Z |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |