If I had the luck of standing in a situation where I could pick either of them, I would go with the drama: The Jaguar - laptimes really don't matter much in the real world, here it is all about how the car makes you feel, and in my opinion the Jaguar got that in spades over the Porsche. Of course the Porsche is amazing as well, nothing drives quite like it as far as I have been told, but those few % extra in drive-capabilities doesn't compare to the drama of the Jaguar - which of course also has to be the V8.

Even though the Porsche is faster, I think I'd rather have the Jag. I wish we saw more of Tiff, his reviews have always been some of my favorites.

I've driven both recently (along w/ the Jag V8s). The Jags were much more fun on the street and garnered lots of attention. The sound is incredible on the V8S.

What I love about Tiff is that you can tell that he absolutely loves what he does for a living. He's having a ball

I love the energy and the passion that mr. Needel has every time he reviews a car

is it me or is the f-type just beautiful

Hers a cold hard fact for you. Porsche is 3 seconds faster. But, how often will you be on a track to test your cars lap time? A lot less times then accelerating from first gear to second on every traffic light and hearing that Divine sound F -Type makes. F-Type looks good, it sounds better and it turns heads a hell of a lot more then another 911 Porsche that looks like every other 911s in the last 20 or so years. F-Type all the way

No surprises here, except how well the new F-type performed as a first run car. 911s have been constantly upgraded for decades, and the F-type is new... The middle F-type model with the more powerful V6 would have been a closer race, but you race what is at the track at the time. Good to see Tiff still hanging it out on the track too...

One of those guys that should never Get older. Got to love Sir Tiff reviews always brings excitement to those who possible will never be able to drive or own such machines.

I love Tiff. Every video should be with him

always love tiff's reviews

Nice review! Anyone who's got the chance to own an F-type is a rather blessed person. I got a V6 manual and it's awesome.

Tiff is just such a good driver and reviewer. Awesome review.

I'm enjoying every minute on this review . Tiff is great

Great video as always from Evo

OMG!! one of the best review today keep up the excellent work =)

I like how Tiff commented on the steering feel not being as great as the porsche's, and also pointed out other cons in the F-type. Whereas, reviewers like Autocar neglected to mention any of those things. Way to go Evo.

Great review!

Nice one Tiff. The best review of the F-Type to date (you didn´t feel like Land of Hope and Glory should have been playing in the backround) and there wasn´t even any on road driving. Just ability, enthusiasm and honesty.

Love the video - the best F-Type themed one I have seen so far!

love watching Tiff drives

Tiff really is a driving God. Everytime I see him behind the wheel of a car he's a magician.

Wow , I haven't seen tiff on TV or KZfaq In a really long time

I have seen both on the road; yes, the F-Type is a real head-turner in terms of exhaust sound and looks. Yet, the 911 has an undying appeal, a breathtaking minimalist design that is only appreciated by a true Porschephile; just look at its proportions and (perhaps) you might understand why Porsche doesn't need to change its design. Allow me to digress, have a look at Apple's design, they don't change something that is good - change is always subtle and incremental but never drastic. Porsche's design is quite understated, and it really doesn't need to go blitz, it's a car that screams "Nothing to prove!" Those who buy cars just for the sake of looks or attention are simply those who have no clue about cars!

Great narration while driving-F-type is still my dream car

We love Tiff reviews!!!

glad ppl like u understand wut fun driving is. kudos.

did tiff start the rolling start at the same speed for both cars? if not that wouldnt be fair right? please reply guys thx

From inside the car, he always looks like he's about to crash, but from the outside, he looks like a master!

I'm glad Tiff did this vid

was the porsche fitted with the carbon ceramic brakes though that cost several thousand pounds?

Didnt know Tiff is on evo now.. Good choice!

"Boxster engine"? I'm guessing he means boxer engine. That bothered me.

Tiff is amazing.. as always !!!

Where can I get some of these quality superseeds you speak of?

still love the jag but tiff what are you doing here? and what about fifth gear?

This guy always makes smile while watching the video. He is pretty cool.

I love how he looks at the camera and makes a face like Jason and says "fighter" haha Tiff is truly a mad driver!!! Seeting him throw that porsche around at those speeds what a driver what a good journalist what a funny guy. would be fun to have a lunch with.

everyone is talking about the steering feeling. Just to set the measurement right, is the old, non-assisted steering is the best in this respect?

Tiff you are the best. Cheers from Canada.

At 0:28 you can see the standard black calipers of the base 911. So no carbon ceramic brakes in this test.

Jaguar all the way every time

tell me one proper racing series where the production GT3 RS is used..

I don't mind seeing the Jag be slower, as long as it's equally as fun. Awesome video!

can they do this again with a f-type v8 s?

is he working with both Evo and Fifth Gear now ?

Is it TopGear test track?

There are certain facts of life and one of those is that nothing is ever QUITE as good as a 911. Great video too! Tiff has still got it!

nice video but why use a cabrio on a track? Are these cars not more of gt's?

Porsche had a significant power to weight advantage. Would have been interesting to see the V8 or spend 1k on the V6 (shortened pulley and remap to 450bhp). I know there's always the argument you can modify the 911, but they're hard to extract power from without spending a hell of a lot as they're N/A

Not sure where you found this Tiff fellow (work experience maybe?), but he's shaping up to be a pretty good addition to the evo team!

hit the nail on the head there man

Chris Harris and Tiff are the most honest, petrol head reviewers out there...a dying breed.

Did you see any exterior footage of either car where it wasn't bloody drifting? Happy to be corrected, but all the exterior footage I saw was drifiting. Would be nice to see how the cars sit and move when being driven properly.

Tiff is the man and I think the Zonda R was the best review he ever gave on a car as it brought the best out of him. I would love to see him drive an Agera R.

but which is the better road car?

Good point bro!

the little f type is 400lbs heavier than the 911?

He was in F1 briefly. He was in a lot of different series, Formula Ford, Formula 3, British F1, F1, British Rallycross, Le Mans 24h, BTCC.

I just noticed Tiff is wearing an old Sebago shirt, I have the same one.

Maybe the rear-engine layout is more space efficient? Just a guess.

Absolutely great car! i'd wait for the 2014 428i though.

I enjoy Tiff's videos, I'm curious though is his name 'Tiff' short for something?

When you thought Evo video reviews couldn't get any better they oinly go and get Tiff Needell back !!!!

should F-type Vs boxster?

Porsche just really, really has their game together. They are perhaps the very best engineered chassis this side of an F1 car.

Tiff looks a little bit older now, however he still has that energy in himself :)

thumbs up to have Jay Leno review the new F-Type

They may not have had the option to test the V8S though I think that puts the price above a base 911 (i dont know prices for each). From what I've read, Jag intends to try and pull clientele from those who would be considering either a Boxster or a 911. The engines for the F-Type are what decide those price ranges and comparisons. I dont see it working as they see it, but they also dont want to release two sport roadsters and have both flop.

What a drive Tiff jeje,i love the POrsche but the F-Type have a some special

Do a test against the top of the range F type and see how the 911 gets on

I think everyone should own a 911 in their life. Its just an engineering master piece that puts a smile on your face every time you drive it.

I think they were going more by the power and closer gross weights, but fair point.

More Tiff!!!

Really if they were comparing an ftype against a 911 it shouldve been the v8s so the prices were similar. as it is there is a 15k base price difference, or about 19% which isnt insignificant. the v8s and 911 cabrio are only 4k apart.

Thanks for posting...I appreciate the honest comparison by Tiff between the legendary Porsche 911 and the new Jaguar F-type. Although the latter has the looks, the Porsche has superior performance and handling!!

Yep, which is why Tiff's drifts always look so insane....because he's driving like a mad man.

How many buyers of the F Type will be taking their cars at full tilt around a track on a regular basis? How many will be taking their F Types on a pose down the Kings Rd. or nice runs out into the countryside?

The Price of the F-type S Is around 67 k the Porsche Carrera 3.4 71k if you increase the comparable budget in line with the Carrera S ( 83.5 k and 395 BHP ) you arrive in the territory of the F -type V8 S 80 k with 485 BHP. So Your point is?

thumbs up for the E-Type successor !

Where's the roll bar in the exterior shots. We only see it from inside the cabin. Nice continuity guys!

my gues is engine, type of metal used. added weight by convertible? could be a lot:D

Good video

I'd take both they're gorgeous!

now that would be fun.

More tiff please

boxter s vs 911 carrera cabriolet would be interessing

Tif Needell vs Chris Harris on a 2 or 3 lap battle, that would be an event I'd pay to see

what Tiff doing in EVO!!

I agree with Tiff... that 911 had a beautiful manual gearbox and of course the steering wheel without any buttons - that's how I like my cars.

OMG ITS TIFF!!!

I'm not really a 911 fan, but I like the looks of the 991, and this evolution Porsche has taken to the design, and the driving characteristics. I respect the progress, and driving dynamics. As for the GT-R vs 911 debate; architects and engineers have been making precise calculations (911) long before calculators arrived (GT-R). BTW: 1:33 LF wheel catching air, slight rallying in a 911. YES!!!

Was he on top gear

Most awaited car battle of 2013

Tiff Needell is legend!!

Great car. But the F-type looks alot softer in the corners than the 911. And is there going to be a coupe version of the F-type? i sure hope so

that calls for another video!

Good Test. The new Jag looks and sounds very good - Don´t like the open 911 much for looks, Boxter or Caymen look better and more fresh as open tops. Don´t get me wrong i quite like the new 911/991 with a roof on - one of the best looking Porsches for a long time. In this battle 3 Seconds is quite a difference though. I would like to see a test if either car can loose the other. One will properly be quite happy on any given summer day driving one of these - Think I would take the F for that.

I wish we could see a race between Tiff, Chris Harris and Randy Pobst

Well done Tiff.