1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 123 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 387 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 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 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XKR | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
