1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 22 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 491 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
Model | XJS | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2746 mm |