1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 391 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
