2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XJS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
