1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJR | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |
