1958 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (217 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 63 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944.
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, 1989 Porsche 944 (330 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 944 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
