1964 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1964 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Jaguar E-Type | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | E-Type | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |