1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 601 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. 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 (600 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 924 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | 924 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
