1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 397 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJS | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
