1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJR. (370 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XJR. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XJR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 370 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
