1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | Cayman |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |