1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XJS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
