1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
