1993 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
