1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 564 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 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:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lotus | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 1 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3040 mm |
