1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 17 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 931 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm) has 1106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Jaguar | SSC |
| Model | XJR | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2080 mm |
