2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 50 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), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 894 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. 2007 Jaguar XJ 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. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2110 mm |
