2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 815 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XKR | 914 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 61 L |
