1967 Jaguar MK II vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar MK II | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK II | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2481 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
