1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 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 XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | Boxster |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |