2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 560 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | S-Type | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
