1960 Jaguar MK II vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK II | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK II | 996 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
