2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
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 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | S-Type | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
