1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 662 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Guara | XJR |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |