2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1043 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XK | 356 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
