1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 870 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jaguar XJS | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJS | 356 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
