1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1987 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | 996 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |