1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |