1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1947 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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:
| 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1947 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XJR-15 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |
