1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 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 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
