1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1973 Rover P5B is newer by 15 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B 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 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | MK VIII | P5B |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |
