1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 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 47 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Xedos |
| Model | MK VIII | 9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
