1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 23 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 813 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 554 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 990 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Zenvo |
| Model | XJS | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1930 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3055 mm |
