1993 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 993 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
Model | 993 | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2909 mm |