2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJR | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XJR | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 554 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2830 mm |