2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 676 kg more than 1987 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XKR | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |