1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Porsche 912
To start off, 1970 Porsche 912 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 503 kg more than 1970 Porsche 912. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1970 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 912 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
