1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 47 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XK | Cayman |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |