1989 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XJR-11 | Elise |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 801 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1120 mm |