1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968.
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 XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ220 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1280 mm |
