2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 22 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Jaguar | De Tomaso |
| Model | XK | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
