1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 22 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 2012 Jaguar XK 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. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | XK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
