2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 911. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911. 2006 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK8 | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
