2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 567 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJR. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
