1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | MK VIII | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |