2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 7 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 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 348 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (500 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | R-D6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |