1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 890 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Arnage | XJS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
