2008 Jaguar XF vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 882 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XF | 914 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |
