Jaguar XJ6 S1 History and Specification

Jaguar XJ6 History and Specification

The 1987-1994 Jaguar XJ6, the oft-postponed successor to the original XJ sedan line, was developed as Project XJ40. It was introduced to Europe in 1986, as a 1988 U.S. model in early 1987.

Basically the same successful concept with squarer styling; simplified design for more consistent, higher-quality assembly; standard antilock brakes; and a wholly new drivetrain. The last combined the "AJ6" 3.6-liter 24-valve inline six (first test-marketed in the European XJ-S) and a new four-speed ZF automatic transmission with a unique "J-gate" selector providing manual-override capability.

As quiet and smooth-riding as any previous XJ6, but lackluster performance prompted higher compression for 1988, producing small gains in horsepower and torque. Performance further improved via a stroked 4.0-liter replacement for 1990, when a revamped instrument panel appeared with analog minor gauges instead of vacuum-fluorescent bar-graphs.

Always sold in America in base and ritzy Vanden Plas forms, joined for 1990 by an in-between Sovereign model with Euro-style square headlamps (also applied to the V-P) and a new top-line Majestic with Daimler-style fluted grille. European offerings included 2.9- and later 3.4-liter entry-level models (with available with manual transmission) as well as derivative Daimlers, but there would be no new-generation XJ12 until 1993. Reason: the XJ40 was deliberately designed not to accept the Jaguar V-12, one result of a political dispute during the waning days of Leyland ownership.

Pluses of the 1987-1994 Jaguar XJ6:

· Smooth and quiet

· Few peers for ride comfort

· All the expected modern amenities

· Wood-and-leather opulence

· ABS brakes

· Best-built Jag sedan ever

· Still current

Minuses of the 1987-1994 Jaguar XJ6:

· 3.6-liter relatively torqueless at low rpm

· 4.0-liter not as refined as it might be

· Handling not that sporty

· Not that roomy for size

· Quirky details

· Iffy collector's investment now

Production of the 1987-1994 Jaguar XJ6 :

· 1987: 17,539

· 1988: 15,944

· 1989: 14,509

· 1990: 14,013

Specifications of the 1987-1994 Jaguar XJ6 :
Length, inches: 196.4
Wheelbase, inches: 113.0
Weight, pounds: 3,905-4,015
Price, new: $43,500-59,400

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Jaguar MKII History and Specification

The MK II range was an evolution of the earlier Jaguar 2.4 and 3.4 models. These cars were renamed in retrospect to the MK I 2.4 and 3.4. All engine sizes were fitted with the "B" type cylinder head. The Mk 1 models were in hindsight, somewhat overengineered (because of being the first Jaguar monococque design), and the window frames had been made much thicker than on other Jaguar models built on separate chassis. The Mk II featured a much larger glass area, with separate window frames being substituted for the Mk 1's heavy frames integrated into the door. The front and rear windshiekd were also larger. The interior became much brighter because of the increased glass area, and the dash was redesigned to place the speedometer and tachometer in front of the driver, with the ancilliary instruments and controls placed in the center. This general arrangement was to become a Jaguar "trademark" for the next 12 years, and was only changed with the introduction of the Series II XJ6 in 1973.

The Mk II became an instant success, and both then and now totally overshadowed the original 2.4 and 3.4 designs. The Mk II featured the same engine sizes, plus the addition of the 3.8 from the XK150. However the Mk II was never fitted (from the factory) with the latters 'S' specification engine with triple carburettors.

The Mk II was also significant as the car which spawned a host of variants during the 1960's from the S-Type of 1963, through the 420 of 1966. Each went upmarket, filling perceived gaps between the compact Jaguars and the MKX (later renamed as the 420G).

General information
Model:	Jaguar MK II
Year:	1960
Category:	Cabriolets/sport cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size:	2483 ccm (151.51 cubic inches)
Fuel type:	Gasoline
Fuel mixed driving:	11.6 litres/100 km (20.24 miles per gallon)
Drive:	Rear wheels
Engine and transmission
Engine location:	Front, longitudinal
Displacement:	2483 ccm (151.51 cubic inches)
Engine type:	Inline, 6 cylinder
Max power:	121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque:	195.00 Nm (19.9 kgf-m or 143.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression:	8.0:1
Bore x stroke:	83.1 x 76.5 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel system:	Carburettor
Valves per cylinder:	2
Lubrication system:	Wet sump
Cooling system:	Liquid
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio:	0.0839 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Max no. of doors:	2
Passenger space:	5360 litres (1,416 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient:	0.4
Steering, brakes and tires
Front brakes:	Disks
Rear brakes:	Disks
Brake details:	Antiblocking system (ABS)
Dimensions and weight
Weight:	1450 kg (3,196.7 pounds)
Overall length:	5000 mm (196.9 inches)
Overall width:	1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height:	1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Wheelbase:	2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity:	90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin:	UK

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