2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 928. (295 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928. 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 XK8 (542 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 928. (380 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 928. 2001 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK8 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
