1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche RGT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT.
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, 2000 Porsche RGT (376 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche RGT 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 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK VIII | RGT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
