1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJR-15 | Healey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
