1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
