1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 499 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XJR-15 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |