XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) vs 300ZX

Jaguar · Nissan

1/4 Mile winner

300ZX

Beats the XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) by 0.09s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 300ZX beats the XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 300ZX thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

300 hp

0–100 km/h

5.9s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

V6 Petrol

3.0L Twin-Turbo V6

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

400 Nm

384 Nm

Price

$90,000

$50,000

Simulated race times

Distance

XJ LWB (long Wheelbase)

300ZX

100 m

6.338s

6.290s

1/8 mile

9.334s

9.267s

1/4 mile

13.954s

13.860s

1 km

24.713s

24.574s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: 300ZX is $50,000 vs $90,000 for the XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) — a $40,000 gap.

FAQ

Which is faster, the XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) or the 300ZX?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 300ZX is faster, beating the XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) by 0.09 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) vs the 300ZX?

The XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) hits 100 km/h in 6 seconds, while the 300ZX does it in 5.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) produces 300 hp; the 300ZX produces 300 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The XJ LWB (long Wheelbase) tops out at 250 km/h, and the 300ZX reaches 250 km/h.

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