2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | Beaulieu | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 86 L |
