1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 57 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
