1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 477 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2114 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
