1956 Porsche 356 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Porsche | Jaguar |
| Model | 356 | XK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2752 mm |
