2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ8 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |
