1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 944 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |