2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (309 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
