1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 50 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 35 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
