1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 4 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 5,995 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (454 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (590 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
| Model | EB 112 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5995 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
