1995 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 504 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 2011 Jaguar XJ
Make Acura Jaguar
Model NSX XJ
Year Released 1995 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1874 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 5248 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1448 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3157 mm