1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 599 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR.
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 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Koenigsegg |
| Model | XJS | CCR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2659 mm |
