1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | E Type | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
