1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 33 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 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 875 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | XJS | 356 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3978 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |