2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ8 | 904 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2310 mm |
