2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 993. (347 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | R-D6 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
