1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 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 334 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ220 | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |