2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti Q45 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | Q45 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 91 L |
