2001 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 558 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (380 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ8 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |