1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MK VIII | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 91 L |
