2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. (450 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
| Model | Veyron | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
