1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1969 Porsche 906
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 906. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 906. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1969 Porsche 906. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1969 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR-15 | 906 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 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 Weight | 1050 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
