1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 22 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 100 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 will offer significantly more control. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | XJR | G25 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 76 L |
