1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 54 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 375 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK VIII | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2895 mm |
