1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XF. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XF.
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 (500 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 930. (431 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 930. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 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:
1980 Porsche 930 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
Model | 930 | XF |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 431 Nm | 500 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 4300 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2908 mm |