1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ6 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
