2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 855 kg more than 1995 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jaguar XJS. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1995 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1995 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Arnage | XJS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
