1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2010 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ220 | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |