2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 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 161 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (239 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJR | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
