1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 53 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 660 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | MK VIII | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 117 L |