1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 57 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 201 kg more than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK VIII | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 74 L |
