1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
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 (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2007 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2007 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
| Model | XJR | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 59 L |
