2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 959 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
