1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 53 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 433 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | MK VIII | Tundra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |