2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ6 | 928 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |