1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR-15 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |
