2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK8 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK8 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 89 L |
