1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 955 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar MK IX | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | MK IX | 356 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2110 mm |