1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 63 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 37 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | Boxster |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |