2004 Jaguar Concept Eight vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | Concept Eight | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2410 mm |
