1984 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 597 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 944 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | 944 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
