1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 48 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
