1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 368 kg more than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Daimler | Jaguar |
Model | Conquest | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3050 mm |