1990 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC. 2005 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJR-11 | SC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1380 mm |
