2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1966 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1966 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
