1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJ220. (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ220 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
