1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 36 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 944 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |