1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1963 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 992 kg more than 1963 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1963 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ220 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
