1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJS | G8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
