2005 Jaguar XK vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
Model | XK | Silver Spirit II |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 107 L |