1993 Jaguar XJ vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 911. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 911.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 911. (258 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
