2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Tiburon | XJS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
