1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 911. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ220 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
