1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1975 Porsche 930 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 930 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |