2008 Audi A8 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 19 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
