1990 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1961 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 703 more horse power than 1961 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lotus Seven.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1961 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJR-11 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1100 mm |
