1951 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1951 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Jaguar XK | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 911 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |