2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK8 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK8 | 928 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |