2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 672 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 924 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
