1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJS | 996 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
