2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 911. (232 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 911. (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 911. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
