1999 Audi R8 vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (226 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | R8 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1270 mm |
