1964 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 190 kg more than 2004 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1964 Jaguar 3.8 has manual transmission. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | 3.8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
