2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 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 161 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 528 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
