1956 BMW Isetta vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP) has 437 more horse power than 1956 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1956 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1956 BMW Isetta | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Isetta | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 450 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2870 mm |