1968 Jaguar XJ-13 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ-13 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4990 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1310 mm |
