1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 44 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 787 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | S-Type | 356 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 52 L |
