1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. (385 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 550 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | XJR-15 | Berlinetta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 125 L |
