2004 Jaguar Concept Eight vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Concept Eight | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2600 mm |
