1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 47 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK VIII | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
