1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 59 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 625 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 2011 Porsche Panamera
Make Jaguar Porsche
Model XK Panamera
Year Released 1952 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 4806 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 429 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 201 km/hour 288 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4968 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1931 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1408 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 100 L


 

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