1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 49 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK VIII | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 85 L |
