1991 Porsche 965 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 415 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | 965 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2909 mm |
