2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 928 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |