1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2002 McLaren F1.
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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2002 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2002 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | McLaren |
| Model | XJ6 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
