1990 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 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 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 552 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJR-11 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1150 mm |
