1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 3,442 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 60 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Seat Exeo, 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | MK VIII | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2642 mm |
