1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 28 kg more than 2011 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK VIII | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 74 L |
