1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (330 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
