1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1963 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1963 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1963 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJS | Seven |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
