2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 744 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ | 914 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
