1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |