1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 47 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 21 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
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, 2005 Nissan Murano, 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano 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 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK VIII | Murano |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 82 L |
