1964 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | 3.8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
