1969 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1969 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | 911 | XF |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
