1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ220 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
