2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1989 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 XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJ8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |