1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1993 Porsche 965 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 349 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ6 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
