1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 765 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Imperial | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
