1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 911. (232 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 911. (284 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 911. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XKR | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
