1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 772 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar XJ. 1972 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar XJ | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJ | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |