2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 46 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1007 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 2005 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK8 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
