2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 928. (238 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 398 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 928. (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XKR | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |