1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | MK II | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |