1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 60 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
