1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 595 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Jaguar XJS | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |