1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
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 XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
| Model | Italia Coupe | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
