1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 964 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | 914 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |