1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK V | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
