1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 930. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 930. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ8 | 930 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |