1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 25 kg more than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. 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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | Mark IV | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |
