1990 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (245 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Jaguar XJR-11 2007 Porsche Cayman
Make Jaguar Porsche
Model XJR-11 Cayman
Year Released 1990 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3500 cc 2686 cc
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 741 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 800 Nm 273 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1020 mm 1810 mm


 

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