1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 48 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 409 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK VIII | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
