1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1972 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1972 Subaru R-2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1972 Subaru R-2. 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1972 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | MK VIII | R-2 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1930 mm |