1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ220 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2110 mm |
