1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 54 L |
