1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 399 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1957 Jaguar MK VIII has manual transmission. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK VIII | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
