2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 734 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ | 914 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
