2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 69 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ | 965 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |