2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |
