1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 24 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJS | XK |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2752 mm |