1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 15 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 907 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
Model | XJR | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3979 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3120 mm |