2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
| Model | Veyron | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
