1975 Porsche 924 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 759 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 924 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
Model | 924 | XF |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |