1994 McLaren F1 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 356 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 676 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
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 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (600 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1994 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1994 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | McLaren | Jaguar |
| Model | F1 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3157 mm |
