1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 487 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | MK VIII | Boxster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
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 | 208 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |