1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 54 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 51 kg more than 1957 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1957 Jaguar MK VIII has manual transmission. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK VIII | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 82 L |
