1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
Model | XJS | Zonda |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |