1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904. 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:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ220 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
