2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 693 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJR. (505 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
