1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 45 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK VIII | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 48 L |
