1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 313 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
| Model | XJR | AIV |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
