1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar XK | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |