2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 861 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1958 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1958 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJR | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| 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 | 399 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 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 | 1656 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
