1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XJS | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
