2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ | 944 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
