1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJS | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | 928 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |