1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 17 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 375 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJR-15 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
