1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 291 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 162 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | XJS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| 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 | 1932 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 86 L |
