2001 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 (380 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
