1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944.
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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | Mark IV | 944 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2410 mm |