1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | Sovereign | 993 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
