1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | Boxster |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |