2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Continental GT. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2007 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental GT. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental GT | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1020 mm |
