1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |