2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 617 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR | W12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
