1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 536 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (763 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | 911 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3587 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 763 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Top Speed | 342 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3032 mm |
