2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 695 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 914 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 61 L |
