1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJS | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | 350Z |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |