1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 1995 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Thunderbird | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
