1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 1996 Vector M12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 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 | 1996 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vector |
| Model | XJR-15 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
