1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK VIII | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
