1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |