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


 

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