1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 455 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | Mark IV | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 854 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2290 mm |
